🚨 Vehicle Recovery Job Guide
Looking for a hands-on job with city-wide impact and a dose of detective work? The Recovery Job lets you hit the streets with a flatbed, track down abandoned or illegally parked vehicles, and return them to the impound yard—all while making solid cash and climbing the pay ranks.
Let’s break it down step by step:
Step 1: Get Your Recovery Operator License
Before you can start working recovery jobs, you’ll need to obtain the proper license.
- Head to City Hall
- Purchase the Recovery Operator License for a small fee
📘 More about licenses can be found in the [Licenses Help Guide]
Step 2: Head to the Impound Yard
Once licensed, make your way to the Impound Yard, located opposite PDM.
- Enter the main office
- Speak to the Recovery Manager
They'll get you set up and:
- Rent you a recovery truck (requires a £700 deposit)
- Issue you a Towing Remote (check your inventory)
Step 3: Receive a Job from Recovery Dispatch
Shortly after beginning your shift, you’ll receive an email on your phone from the Recovery Dispatch Team.
This message includes:
- The make and license plate of the vehicle
- A flashing blue blip on your GPS showing the rough location
🛰️ Use your minimap and eyes to hunt the car down—it won't always be parked nicely.
Step 4: Secure the Vehicle
Once you locate the vehicle:
- Park your recovery truck directly in front of it
- Walk to the front of the car and attach your winch to the bumper
- Open your inventory and use the towing remote
The towing remote allows you to:
- Carefully control the winch
- Pull the vehicle onto your truck’s flatbed
🎮 Precision is key—don’t rush it or you may damage the vehicle or your truck.
Step 5: Return to the Impound Yard
With the vehicle secured:
- Drive back to the Impound Yard
- Park in the designated unloading area
- Use your towing remote to lower the vehicle and detach it
Step 6: Get Paid
After unloading:
- Speak to the Yardman (Recovery Yard staff member)
- He’ll process the paperwork and pay you based on your level and distance
You can then:
- Take on another job
- Or return your truck and call it a day
💰 Your £700 deposit will be returned once the truck is safely back at the depot.
Levelling System & Pay Bonuses
Recovery isn’t just a one-and-done gig—it rewards consistency.
Each completed job grants XP. As you level up, your payout multiplier increases:
| Level | XP Needed | Pay Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Starting Level | 1.25x |
| Level 2 | Moderate XP | 1.5x |
| Level 3 | Advanced XP | 1.75x |
| Level 4 | High XP | 2.0x |
📈 The more recoveries you complete, the more efficient and profitable your shift becomes.
Tips for Successful Recovery Ops
- 🛻 Always double-check your GPS and make/model info before picking up a car
- 🧰 Use the towing remote carefully—jerky movements can break the winch or misalign the vehicle
- 💬 Keep your radio or phone ready for updates and potential follow-up recoveries
- 🏁 Return your truck properly to avoid losing your deposit
The Final Word
The Recovery Job is perfect for players who enjoy mechanical realism, city interaction, and solid progression. From your first clunky pickup to running high-efficiency tow routes, you’ll be racking up cash and XP like a true roadside hero.
Track. Tow. Deliver. Get paid. It’s that simple.